Meaning & use
Milking Shorthorn
A breed of dairy cattle developed from Shorthorn cattle and raised mainly for high milk production.
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The farm's herd of Milking Shorthorns produced steady quantities of rich milk each season.
Breeders selected the Milking Shorthorn for its calm temperament and reliable milk yield.
A note on using this word
The Milking Shorthorn is a dairy-focused strain bred separately from the Beef Shorthorn, which is raised for meat rather than milk.
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